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Selecting a New Water Heater

You have a lot to consider when selecting a new water heater for your home. You should choose a water heating system that will not only provide enough hot water but also that will do so energy efficiently, saving you money. This includes considering the different types of water heaters available and determining the right size and fuel source for your home.

Types of Water Heaters

• Conventional Storage Water Heaters
  Offer a ready reservoir (storage tank) of hot water
  
• Demand (Tankless or Instantaneous) Water Heaters
  Heat water directly without the use of a storage tank

Selection Criteria

• Fuel Type, Availability and Cost
  The fuel type or energy source you use for water heating will not only affect the water heater's annual operation costs but also its size and energy efficiency.
• Size
  To provide your household with enough hot water and to maximize efficiency, you need a properly sized water heater.
• Energy Efficiency
  To maximize your energy and cost savings, you want to know how energy efficient a water heater is before you purchase it.

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Conventional Storage Water Heater
Conventional storage water heaters remain the most popular type of water heating system for the home. Here you'll find basic information about how storage water heaters work; what criteria to use when selecting the right model; and some installation, maintenance and safety tips.

How They Work
A single-family storage water heater offers a ready reservoir - from 20 to 80 gallons of hot water. It operates by releasing hot water from the top of the tank when you turn on the hot water tap. To replace that hot water, cold water enters the bottom of the tank, ensuring that the tank is always full.

Water Heater Tips

Water Heater Blanket of Jacket

When your water heater is not being used, it is still storing hot water. And that's when it can lose heat through the walls of the tank if they are not well insulated. This loss is called standby loss since it is heat lost while the heater is standing by for use. It's the same concept as why you use an insulated travel coffee mug.

Drain and Flush Water Heater Tank

It's recommended you drain and flush your tank at least once a year. This helps remove debris and sediment from the tank.

Most water heaters have a plastic drain valve located at the bottom of the tank.